William is one of Jersey’s most highly rated litigators. He specialises in trust and commercial disputes. An English barrister and a Jersey Advocate, he has almost three decades’ experience of acting in very complex and high-value cases. He acts for clients from all over the world: individuals, corporations and government agencies. He is rated in band 1 for Offshore Dispute Resolution in Jersey by Chambers & Partners. Much of his work involves asset tracing and/or fraud. He has substantial expertise in obtaining creative and effective freezing and disclosure orders in support of both Jersey and overseas litigation. He has also prosecuted and defended in major criminal cases, involving fraud and money laundering. He was educated at a comprehensive school in England before obtaining a First Class degree in Modern History at Oxford University, then achieving Distinction in the Diploma in Law at City University London and Outstanding at the Inns of Court School of Law. While his strong academic background ensures he brings intellectual rigour to his work, he is a firm believer in plain-speaking advice and advocacy, and a practical, results-focused approach to litigation.
Publications
Co-author of the Jersey - Market Insights chapter in the Enforcement of Judgments Law Guide , published 12 May 2026 , alongside Stephen Baker , Lynne Gregory and Thomas McLachlan .